Francia reconoce el efecto devastador de la deuda impuesta a Haití por su libertad

El presidente Macron pidió la creación de una comisión conjunta franco-haitiana de historiadores para examinar “dos siglos de historia, incluido el impacto de la indemnización de 1825 en Haití”.

Do Trump Voters Like His Tariffs? We Went to Michigan to Find Out.

How have the levies, which have become President Trump’s signature economic policy, gone down in a battleground state?

Senator Visits Wrongly Deported Man, and Trump’s ‘Kill List’ for Regulations

Plus, meat is making a comeback.

Wordle Review No. 1,400

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, April 19, 2025.

Connections Companion No. 678

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Saturday, April 19, 2025.

¿Quieres saber lo que los chinos piensan de Trump? Te vas a sorprender

El ecosistema de comercio electrónico de China ilustra cómo los aranceles de Trump solo refuerzan las industrias de ese país.

China busca crear una coalición contra Trump, pero enfrenta recelo

Pekín está utilizando una mezcla de castigos e incentivos en un intento por evitar que otros países se pongan del lado de Estados Unidos para aislar a China.

The Downside of Getting What You Want

The good-news blues are real.

The New York Times News Quiz, April 18, 2025

Did you follow the news this week? Take our quiz to see how well you stack up with other Times readers.

Miley Cyrus Greets the Apocalypse With a Smile

Plus new tracks from Galactic, Stereolab and more.

Do Not Sleepwalk Through Trump’s Attack on the Fed’s Independence

The president’s threat to fire Jerome Powell is more than a personal spat. It’s a direct challenge to the economic foundation that has helped America prosper.

With Harvard Threat, Trump Tries to Bend the I.R.S. to His Will

Since the post-Nixon era, the Internal Revenue Service has had a degree of independence from the White House. President Trump is seeking to change that.

What’s Your Reaction to the All-Female Blue Origin Flight?

A Blue Origin rocket launched the first all-female space crew in decades. Was it a significant moment of progress for women or just a publicity stunt?

13 Trump Voters on the Highs and Lows of His Term So Far

The participants discuss how they think Trump’s second term is going.

The ‘Pride & Prejudice’ Hand Flex: One Gesture and the Web Is Still Swooning

The subtle expression of longing in the 2005 adaptation wasn’t meant to be a key moment. Even the director is surprised it took on a life of its own.

How the Radio Program ‘New Sounds’ Was Saved

The music program had been on WNYC for four decades. Listener contributions spared it from the ax.

8 New Movies Our Critics Are Talking About This Week

Whether you’re a casual moviegoer or an avid buff, our reviewers think these films are worth knowing about.

The Conservative Christian Network Inside the White House

From the moment President Trump was re-elected, his conservative Christian supporters have rejoiced in a second chance at political power. Elizabeth Dias, the national religion correspondent for The New York Times, describes what that looks like in the White House now.

Meat Is Back, on Plates and in Politics

After years in which “plant-based” was the mantra, meat once again dominates the national conversation about dinner.

Did Anyone Really Think Kennedy Would Soften His Hostility to Vaccines?

Kennedy’s vaccine hypocrisy is unsustainable.

‘Citizens, Watch Out’: Three Opinions Writers on Trump’s Supreme Court Defiance

Another week, another show of contempt for the rule of law.

My School District Could Have Avoided This Supreme Court Case

Our community failed to resolve tension over L.G.B.T.Q.-themed books with the time-tested tools of straight talk, compromise and extending one another a little grace.

How John Cena Became the Last Great Crossover Wrestling Star

As his in-ring career draws to a close, the most popular star in W.W.E. is trying out a new role: the bad guy.

It’s Gotten Riskier to Be a Long-Term Investor

President Trump’s policies have shaken the markets. Protect yourself first, and, only then, take advantage of investment bargains, our columnist says.

A House That Floats Above the Landscape

A couple wanted to build a house on a sloped lot in Washington State, but they didn’t want to cut into the hillside to lay a foundation. They found a better solution.

$2.1 Million Homes in Muskoka, Ontario

Muskoka is a popular ‘cottage country’ destination with 1,600 lakes, two hours north of the Greater Toronto Area.

Is This the End of Impulse Shopping?

The chief executive of QVC, David Rawlinson II, on tariffs, TikTok, and other threats to the company’s future.

Milwaukee’s Lead Crisis: Flaky Paint, Closed Schools and a C.D.C. in Retreat

Some children were exposed to lead and investigators found flaking paint inside aging schools. Two federal experts, expected to help guide the response, have lost their jobs.

Ani DiFranco Tried to Collaborate. Then the Pandemic Hit.

The film “1-800-ON-HER-OWN” follows the fiercely independent artist as she tries a career first: writing a song with another artist.

Choking, Shaking, Foaming at the Mouth: Syrians Recount Gas Attack

Syria’s ousted dictator, Bashar al-Assad, unleashed a Sarin gas strike on the suburbs of Damascus in 2013, killing at least 1,500. Now, the survivors want justice.

Podcasts Want Their Own Oscars. Could Any of These Contests Win?

The iHeartPodcast Awards, the Ambie Awards and the Signal Awards want to represent the best in the industry. But some podcasters fear a “money grab.

There’s No People Like Show People

In a new book, the Broadway photographer Jenny Anderson captures the craft and camaraderie of making theater.

This Crypto Presidency Should Worry Us All

Donald Trump’s self-serving crypto push worsens criminal activity and heightens risks for financial markets.

The Challenges of Opening Gleaming New Museums in a Fraught Art Landscape

As Thelma Golden and Lisa Phillips put finishing touches on their expanded buildings, they assess their legacies, and the cultural shift ahead.

White House of Worship: Christian Prayer Rings Out Under Trump

Evangelical leaders are relishing the new atmosphere at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue — and greater access to the president.

Guidebooks to New York Tell How to Survive Among the Natives

A collection of indelible photographs, maps and ‘intimate guides” from 1807 to 1940 went beyond extolling the virtues of the city.

It’s All Rhythm: A New Festival Embraces Percussive Dance

The Uptown Rhythm Festival will mix styles, including tap, swing and flamenco, that are flourishing despite problems of rehearsal and performance space.

Swimming to a Mythical Island Called California

Pam Muñoz Ryan’s “El Niño” combines magical realism, climate fiction and coming-of-age sports tales.

Everything You Need to Know About Emily Henry

Her best-selling romances have made her a new standard-bearer of the genre.

Hitting the Trails on the Wilder Side of a Party Island

Majorca, in the Mediterranean, is known for its nightlife, but it offers hiking, biking and trail running worth getting up early for.

Too Many People Talked About Tuna Fight Club

This butchery bacchanal, one of London’s most exclusive dinner reservations, has become an influencer magnet.

How to Haggle When There’s No Set Price

Bargaining, a common practice in many countries, may seem daunting to first timers. Here are some tips to get a fair deal, and maybe even make a new friend.

She Kept Her Condition Secret for Decades, Then Bared It All Online.

Millions of people compulsively pick their skin or pull their hair. Social media is helping some of them to recover.

Rubio Says U.S. to Decide in Days if End to Ukraine War Is ‘Doable’

“If it is not possible to end the war in Ukraine, we need to move on,” the American secretary of state said as he departed meetings in Paris.

How Does a Nation Charm China? Name a Boulevard After Xi Jinping.

China is the biggest foreign patron of Cambodia, where Mr. Xi concluded a tour of Southeast Asia. But the region also needs to curry favor with President Trump.

An ‘Army of Child Laborers’ Enriches Shen Yun, Ex-Dancers Say in Suit

The group performing traditional Chinese dance has been under scrutiny for its treatment of performers and financial practices.

Car Keys

Tell us a story, real or made up, that is inspired by this image.

El último cuadro de Van Gogh genera conflicto en un idílico pueblo francés

Recientemente se ha determinado que el artista pintó su última obra, “Raíces de árbol”, en Auvers-sur-Oise. Las raíces aún existen, lo que ha provocado una lucha por su conservación.

¿Qué está pasando con el Fyre Fest 2?

Los organizadores del Fyre Festival 2, secuela del malogrado evento musical de 2017, dijeron que el festival ya no se celebraría en Playa del Carmen.

Un antiguo pueblo en Siria busca la paz entre religiones tras una larga guerra

La guerra civil siria abrió una brecha entre los habitantes de la pequeña ciudad de Malula, donde dos tercios son cristianos y un tercio musulmanes. ¿Podrán volver a convivir pacíficamente?

¿Un iPhone a 2000 dólares por los aranceles? Que no cunda el pánico

Aunque suban los precios de los celulares, tenemos muchas opciones más baratas, como comprar el modelo de teléfono del año pasado en lugar del último y mejor.

A Reporter Gets a Buzz From Thousands of Bees

The plight of American honeybees drew a journalist away from his usual beat covering energy.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

Stephen Colbert Translates Trump’s Italian Tariff Talk

“The Late Show” host said Italy’s prime minister, Giorgia Meloni, is “seen as something of a Trump whisperer” after she visited the White House on Thursday.

Palabra del día: ‘chortle’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en nueve artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: chortle

This word has appeared in nine articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

U.S. Arrests Man Wanted in India for Grenade Attack

Indian authorities said that Harpreet Singh, who was arrested on Thursday, was linked to a Sikh separatist movement and to an attack on a retired police officer.

Tariffs Won’t Fix Our Trade Imbalance. This Will.

We should be laser-focused on raising our export capacity.

5 Takeaways From Canada’s Election Debate

Prime Minister Mark Carney was repeatedly the target of his opponents. President Trump’s threats on Canada loomed over the debate.

Friday Briefing: Trump’s Tariff Bargaining

Plus, Argentina’s capybara problem.

He Saw Her on a Billboard. Then Fate Brought Them Together.

When Chike Ozah and Kellie Brown crossed paths in person, she wasn’t ready for a romantic relationship, but Mr. Ozah remained persistent.

Their Love ‘Moved the Earth’

Ten minutes into Gregg Bonti and Alex Randall’s first date, Mr. Bonti was smitten. “I’m going to marry this man or he’s going to ruin my life,” he said.

A Match Reveals a Secret History

Did I want to expose my mother’s past, or bury it?

A Trip to Coachella and a Surprise Wedding, Too

Kameron Martinez of “America’s Got Talent” and Emilio Botello of Netflix’s “Sugar Rush” barely spoke when they first met — but their second meeting ended with a kiss.

With a Long-Awaited Kiss, ‘the Crowd Went Crazy’

Gianna Lozano and Nicholas Perla hit it off right away after meeting in 2021 at a church event. While dating, both decided to forgo physical intimacy.

Quote of the Day: Giant Reproducing Rodents Are Dividing Ritzy Town Over Sterilization

Quotation of the Day for Friday, April 18, 2025.

Trump extends a hiring freeze for civilian federal workers.

‘Easy There, Buddy!’

Greg Snitkin and Glenn Davis open our solving weekend with a spirited themeless puzzle.

What We Know About the Florida State University Shooting

Two people were killed and six others were injured when a 20-year-old gunman opened fire near the student union building, the police said.

What We Know About the Gunman in the Florida State Shooting

The authorities identified the attacker as a 20-year-old student at the university, and said he appeared to have been acting alone.

Corrections: April 18, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Friday, April 18, 2025.

Pride and Dread in Harvard Yard as Trump Wars With the University

Students on Thursday protested the president’s attacks on Harvard, but at town hall meetings, defiance mixed with uncertainty as faculty members examined the toll of the White House’s actions.

DOGE Guts Agency That Organizes Community Service Programs

Employees of AmeriCorps who were put on administrative leave include all those who work for a national disaster response program.

Harvard’s Stand Against Trump Is Helping It Raise More Money

The Trump administration said it would take $2.2 billion in research funds from the school. Some small donors are doing their best to make up for the shortfall.

Demonstrators brought coffins to the State Dept. to protest cuts to an H.I.V. program.

Trump Opens a Huge Marine Protected Zone to Commercial Fishing

The president said the move was aimed at making the United States the world’s “dominant seafood leader.”

Shooting at Florida State University Leaves 2 Dead and 6 Injured

Students evacuated after an active shooter opened fire near the university’s student union building on Thursday. Officials identified the shooter as a 20-year-old student at the university and son of a county sheriff’s deputy.

Columbia Activists Are Being Detained. Protesters Demand Answers.

Demonstrators rallied on Columbia’s campus and marched in Manhattan, three days after Mohsen Mahdawi was detained by immigration officials after arriving for a U.S. citizenship appointment.

Ukraine and U.S. Sign Agreement in Lead-Up to a Full Minerals Deal

The signed memorandum of understanding was thin on details, and the White House did not comment. But President Trump has said he expects to sign a minerals deal with Kyiv soon.

Mass Layoffs Hit Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

The agency, which has returned $21 billion to consumers since its inception, could lose 1,500 of its 1,700 employees, a union warned.

‘This Should Be Shocking:’ Read a Federal Appeals Panel’s Sharp Rebuke of the Trump Administration

A federal appeals court in Virginia issued a striking opinion on Thursday, reaffirming that the Trump administration had to take a more active approach in seeking the release of a Maryland man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.

They Endured the Parkland Shooting. Then Came Florida State.

For some, the sight of law enforcement officers in tactical gear on Thursday, sweeping campus for a gunman, was familiar.

What to Know About the Court Cases Challenging Trump’s Immigration Agenda

The Trump administration is on course for a potential constitutional clash with the judiciary branch, which has issued several rulings countering executive orders.

Militares impiden el acceso del senador Van Hollen al CECOT en El Salvador

Oficiales armados impidieron que el senador Chris Van Hollen intentara visitar la prisión donde se encuentra recluido desde hace más de un mes Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.

Costa Rica Violated Rights of 81 Migrant Children Deported by U.S., Lawsuit Says

A legal challenge filed Thursday aims to encourage Central American countries to push back against the Trump administration’s immigration policies.

Judge Delays a Resentencing Hearing for the Menendez Brothers

The proceedings were pushed back for three weeks over the issue of whether a key report on Erik and Lyle Menendez was admissible.

Sheriff vows to do ‘everything we can to prosecute’ after identifying the gunman as a deputy’s son.

The 20-year-old gunman used his mother’s service weapon, which she had bought for personal use, said the sheriff of Leon County, Fla.

Francis Davis, Sharp-Eared Jazz Critic, Is Dead at 78

He wrote prolifically about various aspects of the arts and popular culture. But he kept his focus on jazz, celebrating its past while worrying about its future.

Elaine Wynn, Billionaire Arts Patron Who Helped Modernize Las Vegas, Dies at 82

She and Steve Wynn were known as the king and queen of Las Vegas. After their divorce, Ms. Wynn became a force in her own right.

Former Times Editor Testifies in Defamation Suit Filed by Sarah Palin

James Bennet, the former New York Times Opinion editor, took responsibility for an error in an editorial at the center of the case.

U.S. Indicts Luigi Mangione in Killing of Health Insurance Executive

Attorney General Pam Bondi moved forward aggressively and ordered prosecutors to seek the death penalty. Mangione also faces state charges in the Manhattan shooting.

Trump descartó apoyar un ataque israelí a Irán al surgir dudas en su gobierno

Israel desarrolló planes para atacar las instalaciones nucleares iraníes que habrían requerido la ayuda de EE. UU. Pero algunos funcionarios del gobierno estadounidense tenían dudas.

A Judge Ruled That Google Acted Illegally to Dominate Ad Tech

Also, a daily pill may work as well as Ozempic. Here’s the latest at the end of Thursday.

Nino Tempo, Who Topped the Charts With ‘Deep Purple,’ Dies at 90

He was a busy session saxophonist, but he is probably best known for the Grammy-winning pop hit that he sang in 1963 as half of a duo act with his sister, April Stevens.

A Startling Admission From a G.O.P. Senator: ‘We Are All Afraid’

Lisa Murkowski, a longtime senator from Alaska and an independent voice in an increasingly tribal party, has been the rare Republican on Capitol Hill willing to criticize President Trump’s actions.

What to Know About Eli Lilly’s Daily Pill for Weight Loss

Eli Lilly reported promising results from a study of its experimental oral drug that could rival popular injections to treat obesity and diabetes.

Embattled Congestion Pricing Program Gets Boost From Federal Judge

Judge Lewis J. Liman struck down several arguments in various lawsuits seeking to undo the New York City tolling program. Though weakened, the court cases continue.

Doechii’s Most Revealing Rapping

The year’s breakout artist has a hit with “Anxiety,” but the song “Nosebleeds” tell us much more about Doechii, according to our critic, in his latest review from the driver’s seat.

Overlooked No More: Ethel Lina White, Master of Suspense Who Inspired Hitchcock

A powerhouse of the genre, she published around 100 short stories and 17 novels, one of which was adapted into the acclaimed film “The Lady Vanishes.”

In 2014, Florida State University Reeled From Another Shooting

The campus, where a gunman killed two people on Thursday, experienced another shooting over a decade ago that left three people injured.

Strawberries Aren’t Ripe for Africa? His Farms Disprove That, Deliciously.

Thierno Agne left behind law to grow strawberries, a shocking move in Senegal, where farming is considered work for the old, poor and uneducated.

Friday Briefing: Trump’s Tariff Bargaining

Plus, Argentina’s capybara problem.

What’s Happening Is Not Normal. America Needs an Uprising That Is Not Normal.

It will take a concerted effort by every sector of our society to respond to Trumpism’s threat.

School Vouchers Won in Texas. Next Up, the Nation.

Choice laws have now passed in every major Republican state. Congress and President Trump are now aiming at blue states that have resisted vouchers for decades.

Maryland Senator Meets With Wrongly Deported Man in El Salvador

Earlier in the day, armed military officials stopped Senator Chris Van Hollen from trying to visit the prison where Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia has been held for over a month.

Katie Perry Is Suing Katy Perry in Australia. Wait, What?

The case between the two Perrys could set a precedent leaving some Australian businesses vulnerable to overseas brands.

Here’s What to Know About Rare Earth Minerals and Renewable Energy

The shift to cleaner power needs resources from China. An export ban just cut off some supplies.

Leaving the U.S. for College or Grad School? Tell Us More.

The New York Times is looking to hear from students who are considering attending schools abroad because of Trump administration policies.

Court, in Strong Words, Presses White House to Play Active Role in Freeing Maryland Man

Regardless of whether the man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, is a member of MS-13, the appeals court wrote, he is entitled to due process.

Will a Manhattan Garden’s Famous Fans Tank a Plan to Build Housing?

The Elizabeth Street Garden in Lower Manhattan was going to be razed to make way for affordable housing for older New Yorkers. Now the plan may be on hold.

Trump Administration Says It Will Take Over Renovation of Penn Station

The head of the federal Department of Transportation promised on Thursday to take away control of the project from the Metropolitan Transportation Authority.

Dual Orders From Judges Edge Courts Closer to Confrontation With White House

The threat of investigations into whether the administration violated the judges’ orders comes as President Trump and his advisers are increasingly butting heads with the courts.

Cable Car Falls and Breaks Apart in Italy, Killing at Least 4 People

A fifth person was in critical condition after the cable car rolled down a mountainside. Nine others were trapped in a different cable car because of the crash and had to be rescued.

Trump Administration Proposes Sharp Budget Cuts for H.H.S.

An internal memo proposes carving out $40 billion from federal health agencies while eliminating dozens of programs. Congress has ultimate appropriation authority.

Netflix Boasts That It’s Stable, Even in a Tough Economy

The streaming giant brought in $10.5 billion in revenue in the first three months of the year. For the first time, it didn’t disclose its quarterly subscriber figures.

Where to Cry, and Other Restaurant Requests

Lunch for a courthouse wedding? Fresh cookies after 6 p.m.? We have answers.

‘The Rehearsal’ Is an Awkward, Dazzling Ride

For Season 2, Nathan Fielder’s focus is commercial airline safety, hardly a typical topic for comedy. But his approach is never typical.

What Students Are Saying About Reading for Fun

We asked teenagers: When was the last time you read a whole book? Here is what they told us.

U.S. Is Withdrawing Hundreds of Troops From Syria

The end of the Assad era has reduced some threats, but the Islamic State has shown renewed strength in the country.

France Acknowledges Devastating Effect of Debt Imposed on Haiti for Freedom

After two centuries, a contrite tone from President Emmanuel Macron, though no talk of reparations for French actions that thwarted the development of its former colony.

After Harvard, Liberal Donors and Groups Fear New Scrutiny From Trump

Some worried liberal donors and the nonprofit groups they support are getting “legal teams on speed dial, crisis plans dusted off, reserves lined up.”

Trump Official Asked I.R.S. About Audit of ‘High-Profile Friend of the President’

A Treasury Department official wrote to the I.R.S. that Mike Lindell, the pillow entrepreneur, was “concerned he may have been inappropriately targeted.”

Michelle Williams, Sofia Coppola and Fran Lebowitz Get a Seat at Donald Judd’s Table

The Judd Foundation’s benefit dinner was a rare chance to step into the artist’s world.

Former death row prisoners fight attempt to move them to one of the nation’s harshest prisons.

The men had their death sentences commuted under the Biden administration, but say they are being punished by being transferred from a prison in Indiana to a restrictive federal prison in Colorado.

What’s Going On in This Picture? | April 21, 2025

Look closely at this image, stripped of its caption, and join the moderated conversation about what you and other students see.

Measles Outbreaks in Canada and Mexico Bring Grim Prognosis

Surges in Mennonite communities near the U.S. border may complicate containment efforts, experts say.

Trump Administration Aims to Sell Housing Department Headquarters

The building has been added to a list of properties that the administration says it is trying to offload in order to eliminate waste.

Students and teachers scrambled for cover as gunshots rang out on campus.

Supreme Court to Hear Arguments on Trump Plan to End Birthright Citizenship

The Trump administration had asked the justices to lift a nationwide pause on the policy as lower court challenges continue.

France’s Richest Man Counted Trump as a Friend. He Still Faces Tariffs.

The trade war has hurt the Louis Vuitton Moët Hennessy luxury empire. Bernard Arnault, head of the company, said a failure to strike a deal with President Trump would be “the fault of Brussels.”

Democrats Step Up Trump Resistance as Base Hungers for More of a Fight

Out of power in Congress, Democrats who were slow to fight back against President Trump are increasingly finding ways to do so. But activists want much more.

The Choice That Politicians Need to Make

Find common ground with President Trump, or resist? Also: Medical decisions; climate research cuts; deep sea mining risks; a gift to Harvard.

Release of E.P.A. Climate Grants Is Paused by New Court Ruling

After a federal judge on Wednesday ordered the release of up to $650 million in frozen grants, an appeals court temporarily halted the payouts.

8 New Books We Recommend This Week

Suggested reading from critics and editors at The New York Times.

El servicio de impuestos estaría considerando retirar a Harvard su exención fiscal

La medida supondría una importante escalada en los intentos del gobierno de Trump de acabar con el apoyo federal a la principal universidad de investigación de Estados Unidos.

Rashid Johnson Finds His Promised Land at the Guggenheim

The artist’s first major museum survey fills Frank Lloyd Wright’s spiral with a rich mix of media, a view of the polymathic flux of a 25-year career, and a sense of healing.

At Least 2 Killed and 6 Injured in Florida State University Shooting

The police identified the gunman as a 20-year-old student who is the son of a Leon County sheriff’s deputy. Neither of the slain victims was a student at the university.

Discord App Exposes Children to Abuse and Graphic Content, Lawsuit Says

The messaging platform misled parents about its safety settings and turned a blind eye to explicit content, New Jersey prosecutors said.

A Pantry Clean-Out, Vegetarian Mains for Easter and Passover and More Soups

Welcome to Recipe Matchmaker, Part 1.

Read the Letter From Kristi Noem to Harvard

In a letter sent to the university on Wednesday, Kristi Noem, the homeland security secretary, demanded “relevant information” regarding each student visa holder at Harvard who has been involved with “known illegal” or “dangerous” activity.

Harris Will Help Democrats Raise Cash as She Steps Back Into Politics

Still weighing her next moves, former Vice President Kamala Harris is set to headline a fund-raiser for the Democratic National Committee next month in New York.

This Spicy Clam Chowder Is St. Augustine’s Best-Kept Secret

Mary Ellen Masters and her crew serve Florida history, with a fiery kick, at the St. Ambrose Spring Fair.

Trump Welcomes a European Leader He Likes: Meloni of Italy

Giorgia Meloni visited the White House representing Italy and the rest of Europe, which are seeking more lasting tariff relief.

At Trial, Sheryl Sandberg Says Meta Nurtured Instagram and Did Not Stifle It

In her second day on the stand of a landmark antitrust trial over Meta’s power, Ms. Sandberg, the former chief operating officer, also said the company faced plenty of competition from TikTok.

Europe and America, at Odds Over Ukraine, Try Talking to Each Other

President Emmanuel Macron of France hosted a lunch with Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Steve Witkoff, President Trump’s envoy, as European delegations converged on Paris.

Read the Ruling

Google violated the Sherman Antitrust Act “by willfully acquiring and maintaining monopoly power” in the online technology ad industry, the court said.

Robert E. McGinnis, Whose Lusty Illustrations Defined an Era, Dies at 99

In the 1960s and ’70s, his leggy femmes fatales beckoned from paperback covers and posters for movies like “Breakfast at Tiffany’s” and “Thunderball.”

Trump Threatens to Block Harvard From Enrolling International Students

The Trump administration said Harvard must share detailed records about its foreign students, an escalation in the administration’s fight against prominent American schools.

Paper Ballots, Hand Counting, No Machines: Canadians Go to the Polls

Canada’s federal election is on April 28. Here’s how it works.

The Chilling Displays of Devotion That Trump Demands of His Enablers

For Trump’s fawning enablers, Abrego Garcia’s imprisonment is just another feat to applaud.

The Dutch Love Their Bicycles. Helmets? Not So Much.

Cyclists comprise the highest number of road fatalities in the Netherlands. The country has introduced a campaign to promote helmets, but many cyclists are not convinced.

Saddle Up and Ride … to Walmart?

Four men casually rode their horses up and down the aisles in Louisiana.

Michelle Trachtenberg, actriz de ‘Gossip Girl’, murió por complicaciones de la diabetes

La oficina del médico forense de Nueva York determinó la causa y forma de su muerte tras revisar los resultados de las pruebas toxicológicas, dijo una portavoz.

Playboi Carti and His Offspring Ponder Life After Rage-Rap

As rap continues to move in chaotic directions, the Atlanta M.C. Ken Carson and the electro-pop singer 2hollis are harnessing the power of music that moves bodies.

Una ciudad dice que sí, que se pueden tener demasiados capibaras

El roedor más grande del mundo se está multiplicando —y creando divisiones— en uno de los barrios más exclusivos de Argentina.

This Miso-Sesame Vinaigrette Is Dinner Insurance

Toss it with noodles, toss it with greens, spoon it on fish or steak or chicken or tofu. It’s so good and so versatile.

Israeli Strike Kills at Least a Dozen in ‘Humanitarian Zone,’ Gazan Officials Say

Gaza’s Civil Defense, the local emergency rescue service, reported that an Israeli strike overnight into Thursday in the Mawasi encampment area killed at least a dozen people, including children. The Israeli military did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

Google Broke the Law to Keep Its Advertising Monopoly, a Judge Rules

It was the second time in a year that a U.S. court found that the company had acted illegally to remain dominant.

White House Eyes Overhaul of Federal Housing Aid to the Poor

The Trump administration has considered sharply curtailing vouchers as part of its budget for the 2026 fiscal year.

Más de la mitad de Puerto Rico se encuentra sin electricidad

Hará falta al menos otro día para restablecer totalmente el servicio después de que una serie de fallos dejara sin electricidad a toda la isla el miércoles, dijeron las autoridades.

LVMH Abruptly Puts Dior Men in Jonathan Anderson’s Hands

A one-sentence statement served as the notice that Mr. Anderson, who reimagined LVMH’s Loewe brand, would lead men’s wear design at Dior.

Trade War to Weaken Global Growth and Increase Inflation, I.M.F. Warns

Kristalina Georgieva, the managing director of the International Monetary Fund, warned in a speech that protectionism erodes productivity.

No Corrections: April 17, 2025

No corrections appeared in print on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Puerto Rico Restores Some Power After Blackout

It will take at least until Friday to fully restore electric service after a series of failures blacked out the whole island on Wednesday, officials said.

Sculpture Museum in Dallas Names a New Director

Carlos Basualdo, a veteran curator who has spent most of his career at the Philadelphia Museum of Art, will take over the Nasher Sculpture Center next month.

European Central Bank Cuts Rates Amid ‘Exceptional’ Tariff Uncertainty

Policymakers lowered rates a quarter point and said that the region’s growth outlook had “deteriorated” because of rising trade tensions.

Magnolias Are in Bloom. It’s Time to Eat Them.

Plus: a boutique hotel near Joshua Tree, the rise of Japanese wine and more recommendations from T Magazine.

4 Men Charged With Trying to Smuggle Thousands of Ants From Kenya

The men, including two Belgian teenagers, pleaded guilty to smuggling thousands of live queen ants, which the Kenyan authorities said were destined for markets in Europe and Asia.

Israel Strikes Area With Tent Camps for Displaced Gazans

The attack on the Mawasi area of southern Gaza killed at least a dozen people, according to the emergency rescue service in the territory. Israel did not confirm the location of the attack.

What Is Tax-Exempt Status and Can the I.R.S. Revoke It From Harvard?

The university, like many colleges and charities, is exempt from property and federal income taxes, saving it billions of dollars. President Trump has questioned whether it should enjoy that status.

Trump Lashes Out at Fed Chair for Not Cutting Rates

Jerome Powell has said that the Federal Reserve can be patient as the effects of tariffs become more clear. President Trump, pushing for interest rate cuts, said, “Powell’s termination cannot come fast enough!”

Powell Faces Pressure From the Markets and Trump Over Rates

The Fed chair signaled the central bank will stand pat on borrowing costs despite President Trump’s trade fight. Investors and the president aren’t happy.

‘The Ugly Stepsister’ Review: Nipped, Tucked and Royally Fussed Over

This deliciously nasty reworking of the Cinderella fairy tale imagines how far one of the stepsisters would go to marry her prince.

Trump Targets K-12

We explain why the president is taking on public schools, and how officials are responding.

Nvidia C.E.O. Meets With Chinese Trade Officials in Beijing

The day before the visit by Jensen Huang, lawmakers in Washington said they were investigating whether the chipmaker’s sales in China violated U.S. rules.

Daily Pill May Work as Well as Ozempic for Weight Loss and Blood Sugar

Eli Lilly said clinical results of its GLP-1 in pill form showed safety and efficacy data similar to blockbuster injectable drugs.

U.K. Court Ruling on Trans Women Is Part of Wider Debate on Sex and Gender

President Trump and right-wing politicians in Europe have railed against trans rights. Britain’s top court has now added its voice to the discussion.

The Trial Mark Zuckerberg Couldn’t Prevent

President Trump, the Meta chief executive and one of the most aggressive cases the government has ever brought against a big tech company.

New Pushback to Trump’s Deportations, and Climate Research Under Threat

Plus, a capybara controversy in Argentina.

Connections Companion No. 677

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Friday, April 18, 2025.

Wordle Review No. 1,399

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Friday, April 18, 2025.

Central U.S. Faces the Return of Severe Storms and Flooding Threats

Forecasters warned of heavy rain and thunderstorms, raising the risk of floods through the weekend.

En EE. UU., los paquetes de Shein y Temu tendrán nuevos y costosos cargos

El gobierno de Trump pondrá fin a una laguna comercial que permitía la entrega de productos de bajo costo procedentes China a las puertas de los estadounidenses, sin pagar aranceles.

De la supervivencia a la prosperidad: el regreso de Gloria Gaynor

La cantante, que se convirtió en la encarnación de la defensa de uno mismo —gracias a su himno “I Will Survive”— luchó durante años contra la baja autoestima.

The Supreme Court Can’t Save America, but Here’s What It Can Do

The justices and the American people must hold the line together.

Seeking a Hudson Valley Homestead That Could House Three Generations

After growing up in Beacon, N.Y., and drifting apart as adults, two siblings plotted their return — and brought their mother and kids along, too.

Michigan’s Newest Senate Candidate Urges Tougher Stance on Trump

Dr. Abdul El-Sayed, a progressive former public health official, is joining the Democratic race to succeed Senator Gary Peters, who is retiring.

Even Levitating in Space, Katy Perry Manages to Get Dunked On

The maker of numerous pop hits has always had trouble getting respect.

Republican Lawmakers Face Fresh Backlash to Trump at Home

Despite some attempts to create controlled environments aimed at thwarting disruptions by protesters, congressional Republicans who are holding town halls are catching continued heat from their constituents.

A Baritone Walks in Bernstein’s and Mahler’s Footsteps

Thomas Oliemans came to New York to sing at the Metropolitan Opera. While he was here, he took a musical walking tour.

How Is Economic Uncertainty Affecting You and Your Family?

President Trump’s latest wave of on-again, off-again tariffs has created anxiety for global markets, businesses and consumers.

The Emergency Is Here

Trump is disappearing people to a Salvadoran prison for terrorists. And he says he wants to send “homegrown” Americans there next.

Bret Stephens on What Trump Gets Right, Wrong and Really, Really Wrong

The columnist on the value of acknowledging the president’s wins.

Would Joan Didion Have Wanted the World to See Her Notes on Therapy?

Readers can decide when “Notes to John,” which shows the writer grappling with guilt and vulnerability, is published next week.

Can China Fight Deflation and Trump’s Tariffs at the Same Time?

China is facing a double whammy: corrosive deflation and tariffs that threaten to block trade. Chinese workers will be the biggest casualties.

36 Hours in Orlando, Fla.

Orlando is a collection of neighborhoods, each with its own personality. There are hipster hangouts, microbreweries, an elegant shopping neighborhood — and airboats through the wetlands where you might just spot an alligator.

A Legal Battle Over Trump’s Threats to Public School Funding Has Begun

Can President Trump withhold federal money for low-income students? A brewing fight over diversity, equity and inclusion programs may force the courts to decide.

The Hype at Coachella This Year? Billboards.

Some of the hottest advertising space is deep in the California desert, where Lady Gaga, Charli XCX, Djo, Post Malone and more generate buzz for their festival sets.

What if There’s No Way to Stop Trump’s Approach to Power?

And how this could all go down in the courts.

The Emergency Is Here

Trump is disappearing people to a Salvadoran prison for terrorists. And he says he wants to send “homegrown” Americans there next.

A Harlem Youth Center Still Thrives in an Uncertain Moment

Three years after opening its visual jolt of a new headquarters, the Brotherhood Sister Sol has become even more of a haven for the young people it serves.

What if There’s No Way to Stop Trump’s Approach to Power?

And how this could all go down in the courts.

How Will Cuts to Climate Research Funding Affect Our Health?

The National Institutes of Health is set to cut funding for research that seeks to understand the health effects of climate change. The policy change would stymie a wide body of research that scientists say is critical to protecting people against the dangers of climate change. Maggie Astor, a Well reporter, explains.

Homes for Sale in Manhattan and Queens

This week’s properties are in the financial district, Lenox Hill and Woodside.

To Understand Global Migration, You Have to See It First

These estimates, drawn from the location data of three billion Facebook users, provide a view of human migration in extraordinary detail.

A New Picture of Global Migration

Dive into a new data set released by Meta, charting immigration flows among 181 countries over four years.

The Women Who Think the World Needs More Babies

At a convention of the pronatalist movement, the relatively few women in attendance agreed: Motherhood needs a rebrand.

Homes for Sale in Connecticut and New York

This week’s properties are a two-bedroom lake house in Ridgefield and a four-bedroom home Bronxville.

Mr. Zuckerberg Goes to Washington and Buys a Mansion

Mark Zuckerberg’s political ideology and tastes have evolved. His real estate portfolio reflects the shift.

A Monsoon Is About to Hit These Pirates

Jinkx Monsoon talks about feeling like a lifetime of hard work is finally paying off, and her return to Broadway as a zany maid in “Pirates! The Penzance Musical.”

‘The Wedding Banquet’ Review: The Family You Find

A retelling of Ang Lee’s classic of queer cinema comes at the same farcical situation in a new way.

‘Sinners’ Review: Ryan Coogler’s Southern Horror Fantasia

The director goes boldly out there in his fifth feature, a genre-defying, mind-bending shoot-em-up that stars Michael B. Jordan as twins.

‘The Shrouds’ Review: For Cronenberg, Grief Is an Obsession

The director’s latest stars Vincent Cassel as an entrepreneur who mourns the death of his wife by inventing technology that surveils her entombed body.

‘Queens of Drama’ Review: A Half-Century Feud

Alexis Langlois’s musical romance is an unruly story of a love-hate relationship between two ambitious musicians.

‘The President’s Wife’ Review: Would Madame Get Your Vote?

Catherine Deneuve plays the former French first lady Bernadette Chirac in this puckish, highly fictionalized biopic with a pop-feminist edge.

‘The Legend of Ochi’ Review: The Great, Familiar Adventure

A 1980s throwback movie about a teenager who sets out on a journey with a mysterious being.

Hundreds of Giant Rodents ‘Conquered’ This Town. Now What?

The world’s largest rodent is multiplying in — and dividing — one of Argentina’s most exclusive gated communities.

‘Invention’ Review: Patent Pensive

In this strange experimental feature from Courtney Stephens and Callie Hernandez, a grieving daughter investigates the mysterious gadget her father left behind.

Capybaras Make Posh Argentine Neighborhood Their Home

Over the past two years, biologists estimate the capybara population has tripled to nearly 1,000 in this gated community in Argentina.

Can the Menendez Brothers Get Parole?

The Menendez brothers were sentenced to life in prison without the possibility of parole, but after recent documentaries and TV shows, new evidence has been introduced, and some are pushing for the case to be revisited. Matt Stevens and Tim Arango, reporters for The New York Times, explain the Menendez brothers’ legal avenues to freedom.

Lawyer Up? Increasingly, Americans Won’t, or Can’t.

It’s dangerous to go to court without legal representation — but more Americans are going it alone.

What We Saw at New York Bridal Fashion Week

There was something for everyone as designers displayed a variety of looks, from voluminous ball gowns and two-piece dresses to bubble hemlines and sleek halternecks.

Is New York Becoming the City That Sleeps?

Bar owners say 4 a.m. liquor licenses are increasingly difficult to obtain, leaving revelers to settle for earlier bed times.

Gloria Gaynor Hit Hard Times After ‘I Will Survive.’ Now She’s Back.

The disco queen was in the doldrums before she decided to take control of her life and career. Now, at 81, she’s reaping the rewards.

How Is Climate Change Harming Health? Studying That Just Got Harder.

The N.I.H. has indicated that it will stop funding research on the health effects of climate change. Scientists said the decision will curtail the search for answers.

In 1917, 3 Portuguese Children Saw the Virgin. The Rest Is Top-Secret.

In his personal, engaging new book, “Sorrowful Mysteries,” the novelist and journalist Stephen Harrigan explores the enduring power of the Virgin of Fatima.

The Russian Spies Who Lived Among Us — in New Jersey

In his new book, “The Illegals,” Shaun Walker studies the Russian agents who worked deep undercover as Americans for decades.

Need a Small Treat? 21 Suggestions from Busy Creative Types

Bernadette Peters, Dichen Lachman, Delia Ephron and more share their tiny joys for tough days.

Low-Income Renters Can’t Get the Housing Vouchers They Need

A fraction of rent-burdened households receive Section 8 vouchers — and they may not even be able to use them.

For This Artist, Doomscrolling Isn’t a Bad Thing

Jon Rafman’s liberal use of artificial intelligence is on full, dark display in an exhibition that features a kind of MTV warped by internet subcultures.

A Cheapskate in London

Our Frugal Travel columnist took a budget-stretching, four-day trip to one of the world’s most expensive cities. Would chasing bargains lessen, or enhance, her experience?

Meghan Daum Has a Plan for Replacing Books Destroyed in the L.A. Fires

She is one of many authors who lost their homes in January. “Surely,” she says, “readers would love nothing more than to send their favorite books to their favorite writers.”

The Ukrainian Schoolmaster Teaching History to His Invaders

Vitalii Dribnytsia engages with Russians online to correct Kremlin propaganda about Ukraine. Over time, he has come to realize his more important audience is Ukrainians themselves.

When a Small Rejection Feels Like ‘the End of the World’

For people who identify with “rejection sensitive dysphoria,” perceived criticism can be overwhelming.

Can a Decaying Hospital With a Grim History Be Brought Back to Life?

The former Hospital for the Negro Insane of Maryland was once the state’s most crowded psychiatric institution. Pulling off a plan to redevelop it won’t be easy.

La mina es estadounidense, pero los minerales son de China

Una mina brasileña de tierras raras respaldada por inversores estadounidenses ilustra el control de China sobre los minerales estratégicos que sustentan la economía moderna.

Texas Is Poised to Create a $1 Billion Private School Voucher Program

The Texas House approved the plan, part of a push by President Trump’s allies to offer up to about $10,000 for private school, home-school or virtual learning.

Astrónomos detectan una posible señal de vida en un planeta lejano

Se necesitan más estudios para determinar si K2-18b, que orbita alrededor de una estrella situada a 120 años luz de la Tierra, está habitado, o incluso es habitable.

The Firefighter With O.C.D. and the Vaccine He Believed Would Kill Him

For years, Timmy Reen tried to hide his compulsions and rituals from everyone at his New York City firehouse — until his secret was forced out in the open.

Brick Wall

What do you think this image is communicating?

The Child Care Crisis Is Motivating These New York City Voters

Parents are fed up, and the candidates for mayor appear to be paying attention. Many have built campaigns on a promise to make New York more affordable, with child care as a centerpiece.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

Stephen Colbert Defends PBS and NPR Against Trump’s Defunding Plan

Colbert said both public media entities are “already operating on a shoestring budget — Daniel Tiger can’t even afford to wear pants.”

El colorido culto a las ollas de Le Creuset

Estos preciados utensilios de cocina, que acaban de cumplir un siglo, han inspirado a generaciones de cocineros caseros y fanáticos que buscan frenéticamente sus formas y tonos favoritos.

Palabra del día: ‘tureen’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en cinco artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: tureen

This word has appeared in five articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Trump Has Botched His Tariff War With China

Trump thinks he holds all the cards in this high-stakes game, but he’s wrong.

Thursday Briefing: A Judge’s Pushback Against Trump

Plus, a look at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

South Korea Hopes Shipbuilding Will Give It an Edge in Trade Talks

As it faces the possibility of a 25 percent tariff on its exports, South Korea has taken notice of President Trump’s stated goal to revive U.S. shipbuilding.

Europe Seeks a Direct Line to Trump, Skeptical That Aides Speak for Him

Despite Europe’s size, economic might and longstanding alliances with Washington, Trump officials have made clear it is not a priority, European officials say.

China Wants Countries to Unite Against Trump, but Is Met With Wariness

Beijing is using a mix of carrots and sticks to try to prevent other countries from siding with the United States in isolating China.

Quote of the Day: It Challenged Autocrats. Trump Wants to Silence It.

Quotation of the Day for Thursday, April 17, 2025.

I.R.S. Is Said to Be Considering Whether to Revoke Harvard’s Tax-Exempt Status

The move would be a major escalation of the Trump administration’s attempts to choke off federal money and support for the leading research university.

Review: Caryl Churchill Times Four Makes an Infinity of Worlds

“Glass. Kill. What If If Only. Imp,” a new collection of one-acts by the great British playwright, is a cause for celebration, wonderment and grief.

Bit of Ballet Wear

Ilan and Shimon Kolkowitz give us good advice as they make their New York Times Crossword debut.

Power Outage in Puerto Rico Leaves Train Passengers Stranded

The passengers had to evacuate onto the overpass where their train lost power. More than 1.4 million customers on the island lost power.

He Wanted Peace in the Middle East. ICE Wants to Deport Him.

Mohsen Mahdawi was arrested at a citizenship interview in Vermont. He had spent a decade trying to understand the conflict that shaped his life, his supporters say.

Trump Names Interim U.S. Attorney for Manhattan, Bypassing Schumer

Senator Chuck Schumer had said he would block the permanent appointment of Jay Clayton, the president’s choice to head one of the nation’s most prestigious prosecutor’s offices.

Mother of Woman Killed by Immigrant Speaks at White House Briefing

The appearance by Patty Morin came as a federal judge threatened the Trump administration with a contempt-of-court investigation over its deportation flights to El Salvador.

3 Drown After Boat Crash During Fishing Tournament in Alabama

The men were thrown overboard when two boats collided in Lewis Smith Lake on Wednesday morning, the authorities said.

Un senador por Maryland no logra reunirse con un inmigrante deportado por error a El Salvador

Aunque la Corte Suprema ordenó al gobierno estadounidense que facilite el regreso de Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, hasta ahora tanto las autoridades estadounidenses como las salvadoreñas se han negado a hacerlo.

Here’s what happened on Wednesday.

Stoking Uncertainty, Fyre Fest Organizers Again Scrap Location

The organizers of Fyre Festival 2, a sequel to the ill-fated music event in 2017, said the festival would no longer take place in Playa del Carmen.

Trump Administration Halts Building of Giant Wind Farm Off N.Y. Coast

Gov. Kathy Hochul quickly responded that she would “fight this decision every step of the way.”

Space Travel and Tuberculosis Research Are Hit by Trump’s Harvard Cuts

Researchers who have lost funds warned of long-term repercussions, but several said their school should still refuse to comply with the federal government.

Trump Waved Off Israeli Strike After Divisions Emerged in His Administration

Israel developed plans for attacking Iranian nuclear facilities that would have required U.S. assistance. But some administration officials had doubts.

School Shooting Suspect Slipped Past Security via Unsecured Door, Police Say

Five students were wounded in the shooting at Wilmer-Hutchins High School in Dallas, the second one there in just over a year, the authorities said.

Trump’s Threats Force Institutions to Choose: Cut a Deal or Fight Back

In a hint of a shift in strategy, some of the country’s most powerful institutions have started choosing to resist.

Iran Says Shifting U.S. Messages on Nuclear Talks Are ‘Not Helpful’

But Iran’s foreign minister said Tehran planned to participate “calmly and coolly” in the negotiations. Both sides will meet in Rome on Saturday for a second round, Iran’s Foreign Ministry said.

Astronomers Detect a Possible Signature of Life on a Distant Planet

Further studies are needed to determine whether K2-18b, which orbits a star 120 light-years away, is inhabited, or even habitable.

Trump Is Relying More on Tattoos to Identify Gang Members. Experts Say That’s Unreliable.

The administration appears to be using little more than body art to deport people that it says are members of Tren de Aragua, a move that critics say ignores decades of protocol.

Michelle Trachtenberg, ‘Buffy’ Actress, Died From Complications of Diabetes

The New York City medical examiner’s office determined the cause and manner of her death after reviewing toxicology test results, a spokeswoman said.

By Redefining ‘Harm,’ Agencies Aim to End Longstanding Wildlife Protections

Trump officials have proposed changing a decades-old interpretation of a key word in the Endangered Species Act, which would make it much easier to log, build or drill for oil.

The Next Phase of DOGE

A new “gold card” visa reveals how Elon Musk’s group has seemingly expanded its functional power.

Tim Mohr, Berlin D.J. Turned Award-Winning Translator, Dies at 55

An American who had lived abroad, he sought out books by up-and-coming German writers, while ghostwriting memoirs for rock stars like Paul Stanley.

L.A.’s Schools Chief Knows What It’s Like to Be Undocumented

A visit by federal agents to two elementary schools drew an angry, impassioned response from the superintendent, Alberto Carvalho, a Portuguese immigrant.

Climate Change Is Stressing the World’s Blood Supplies

Extreme weather disasters, increasing as the planet warms, can curb blood donations while increasing demand, a new analysis found.

3 People Believed to Have Drowned in Missouri River

The three, an 11-year-old girl and two 18-year-olds, went into the water after fishing on Tuesday evening, fire officials in Nebraska said.

A Bridal Collection From Rihanna Teases Fans Yet Again

Savage x Fenty’s new collection is the latest entry on a list of times the singer and her partner, ASAP Rocky, have alluded to being engaged.

Leading Nutrition Scientist Departs N.I.H., Citing Censorship

Kevin Hall said his work on ultraprocessed foods has been “hobbled” under the Trump administration. Scientists have been raising such concerns for months.

Countries Agree on Treaty Aimed at Preventing Global Health Crises

The World Health Organization finally reached a compromise on a pandemic treaty after three years of talks. The United States withdrew from negotiations after President Trump took office.

A senator says a Salvadoran official cited U.S. payment as the reason for not releasing a wrongly deported man.

The White House has said it is paying El Salvador $6 million to hold its detainees. It has not said whether that sum covers the cost of holding the deported Salvadoran.

A Judge Threatened to Hold Trump Officials in Contempt

Also, Americans are being cut off from cheaper obesity drugs. Here’s the latest at the end of Wednesday.

Adams’s Legal Debt Rises to $3 Million as Donors Fade Away

The federal charges against Mayor Eric Adams were dropped. Now he owes millions in legal expenses and must navigate a complex relationship with President Trump.

Finding 314 Things the Government Might Know About You

Two reporters spent over a month compiling and analyzing information about the reams of data the U.S. government collects about Americans.

Ex-N.Y.P.D. Detective Gets 18 Months for Stalking Man on China’s Behalf

Michael McMahon was convicted in 2023 of acting as an unregistered foreign agent, stalking and conspiracy. His case was among several in Brooklyn linked to Chinese repression.

Thursday Briefing: A Judge’s Pushback Against Trump

Plus, a look at the Grand Egyptian Museum.

It’s Time to Protect America From America’s President

Trump’s authoritarian actions are vandalizing the American project.

Ontario Premier Orders Review of Major Toronto Waterfront Lease

Doug Ford said he had asked his government to look into the contract that granted a 95-year lease to a European wellness company after a New York Times investigation into the deal.

The A.P. Says White House Is Defying Court Order to Restore Its Access

The wire service on Wednesday accused The White House of continuing to bar its reporters from the press pool despite a judge’s order that called the restriction a violation of the First Amendment.

Por qué Harvard decidió luchar contra Trump

El gobierno de EE. UU. congelará más de 2000 millones de dólares en fondos federales porque Harvard se negó a cumplir una lista de exigencias. Las autoridades de la universidad consideraron que valía la pena el riesgo.

Kennedy Calls Autism ‘Preventable,’ Drawing Ire From Researchers

The health secretary said he would prioritize studies into environmental causes while harshly discounting other factors scientists say are likely contributing to rising rates of the condition.

Facing Confirmation Fight, Trump-Allied Prosecutor Hires ‘Smashmouth Politician’

Ed Martin, the interim U.S. attorney in Washington criticized for using his office to target President Trump’s critics, has enlisted the longtime Trump ally Michael R. Caputo as an adviser.

Adams Cancels Preschool Cuts as Child Care Emerges as Election Issue

Mayor Eric Adams reversed $167 million in cuts to preschool programs, as some of his rivals in the competitive New York City mayor’s race criticize him for doing too little to help families.

Andrew A. Beveridge, Who Found the Unexpected in Census Data, Dies at 79

With his own research group and as a professor at Queens College, he plumbed raw data for often-surprising insights about the way the country was changing.

Trump Administration Directs Judges to Deny Asylum Without Hearings

A directive from the Justice Department, which says the move is intended to reduce a backlog in immigration court, would result in rapid deportation orders in many cases.

Trump Administration Announces Lawsuit Against Maine

Attorney General Pam Bondi announced the Trump administration’s plan to sue Maine over policies that allow some transgender athletes to compete in women’s sports.

Russia Arrests Former Governor of Ukraine-Occupied Region

Aleksei B. Smirnov, together with his deputy and other accomplices, was accused of embezzling money earmarked for building defenses that failed to prevent a Ukrainian attack in Kursk.

It’s Not Hard to Imagine a Chinese-Led Global Economy

It has simmering problems of its own, but China is ready to take center stage.

In Grueling Ranger Competition, Gender Proves No Obstacle

A female Army Ranger, in a first, competed in one of the military’s toughest tests of physical fitness. She bested many of her opponents.

El equipo de Musk prepara un sistema para vender una ‘visa dorada’ para EE. UU.

El proyecto representa una especie de cambio en la misión de la iniciativa de Elon Musk, que pasa de reducir los costos del gobierno a un nuevo objetivo de generar ingresos.

‘Massive Blackout’ Leaves All of Puerto Rico Without Power

It was not immediately clear why every generating plant on the island went offline Wednesday. Puerto Rico has a history of problems with its electricity supply.

Trump Official Scrutinizes N.Y.’s Attorney General Over Real Estate

The head of a U.S. housing agency told prosecutors that Letitia James appeared to have falsified real estate records, a move that could be the start of an investigation of a key Trump adversary.

The Mine Is American. The Minerals Are China’s.

A Brazilian rare earths mine backed by American investors illustrates China’s grip over the strategic minerals that underpin the modern economy.

How We Can Help Stop Reckless Drivers From Killing Pedestrians

New York’s red-light and speed camera data tell us something urgent: A minority of bad drivers persistently engage in aberrant behavior. There’s a fix.

Expresidente de Perú y ex primera dama son condenados a prisión. Ella huye del país

El exmandatario Ollanta Humala y su esposa, Nadine Heredia, fueron condenados el martes a 15 años de prisión por lavado de activos. Brasil le concedió asilo diplomático a ella, según las autoridades.

Songs for Situationships, Movies for the Middle Seat and More: The Winners of Our ‘My List’ Contest

Entertain and inform yourself with these teen-curated lists that suggest TV, film, books, music, art and dance to enjoy — or to avoid.

Two-Student Team Stuns the Competition at U.S. Constitution Contest

Matthew Meyers and Colin Williams of Oregon won first place at the national U.S. Constitution Team competition. Then came the recount that threatened to unravel their achievement.

Read Judge Boasberg’s Ruling

A federal judge in Washington said the Trump administration had shown a “willful disregard” for his order to halt deportations under the Alien Enemies Act.

Weather Service Prepares for ‘Degraded Operations’ Amid Trump Cuts

An internal document describes how severe shortages of meteorologists and other staff members could affect forecasts and other operations.

Stefanik, a Trump Ally, Might Run Against Gov. Hochul Next Year

Representative Elise Stefanik, a six-term congresswoman, has talked with Republicans about a 2026 bid for governor of New York.

Sanders and Ocasio-Cortez Electrify Democrats Who Want to Fight Trump

Bernie Sanders and his apparent heir, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, have drawn enormous crowds on their “Fighting Oligarchy” tour, energizing a beaten-down Democratic Party.

U.S. Pastor Kidnapped in South Africa Is Rescued After Police Shootout

Three suspects were killed as the police moved in on a safe house where the pastor from Tennessee was being held.

Seth Rogen’s Trump Jokes Are Edited Out of Awards Broadcast

While presenting an award at the Breakthrough Prize ceremony this month, Mr. Rogen said President Trump had “single-handedly destroyed all of American science.”

Man Upset With Girlfriend When He Sent Bomb Threat to a Cruise Gets 8 Months

The Michigan man emailed to say “someone might have a bomb” when his girlfriend went on a Caribbean cruise with her family, leaving him to care for their pets, according to court filings.

OpenAI Unveils Technology That Can ‘Reason’ With Images

The company also introduced a new tool that helps computer programmers use chatbots when writing code.

Washington Takes Aim at DeepSeek and Its American Chip Supplier, Nvidia

China’s success in artificial intelligence has the Trump administration and lawmakers weighing rules and investigations to slow Beijing’s progress in the industry.

Peru’s Former First Lady Flees as She and Ex-President Are Sentenced to Prison

Former President Ollanta Humala and his wife, Nadine Heredia, were sentenced on Tuesday to 15 years in prison for money laundering. Brazil granted her diplomatic asylum, officials said.

2 Guards Charged With Murder in Beating Death of Prisoner in New York

In all, 10 officers were charged in connection with the vicious beating of Messiah Nantwi, 22, at the Mid-State Correctional Facility, which left him bloodied and unrecognizable.

Fed Chair Lays Out Game Plan in Case of High Inflation and Slower Growth

Jerome H. Powell warned that President Trump’s tariffs could lead to a “challenging scenario” for the central bank.

Doubts About Trump’s Pitch to Jews

Responses to a guest essay by Michael S. Roth, the president of Wesleyan University. Also: Older workers and brain health; cattle and pain.

Matthew Meyers and Colin Williams celebrate advancing to the final round of the We the People: The Citizen and the Constitution National Finals.

Judge Threatens Contempt Proceedings Over Deportation Flights to El Salvador

The move was a remarkable attempt by a jurist to hold the White House accountable for its apparent willingness to flout court orders.

Leo Beenhakker, a Soccer Coach Without Borders, Dies at 82

Among many other accomplishments, he led tiny Trinidad and Tobago to the World Cup and Poland to its first appearance in the European championships.

How to Throw Your Own Birthday Party

The chef Karina Garcia of the New York restaurant Cocina Consuelo celebrated by cooking for family and friends, and even making her own cake.

Trump Aides Close State Dept. Office on Foreign Disinformation

Secretary of State Marco Rubio put about 40 employees on leave who had tracked disinformation by China, Russia, Iran and terrorist groups.

Latvia Exits Land Mine Convention Amid Fears of Russian Aggression

The government, along with two other Baltic nations and Poland, agreed last month to quit the 1997 accord that prohibits from using anti-personnel mines. Russia’s invasion of Ukraine was cited as a key reason.

What Harvard Has Set the Stage For

The university’s willingness to stand up to the Trump administration can be a model.

Trump Administration Sues Maine in Standoff Over Transgender Athletes

The lawsuit came just days after the administration threatened to cut off funding to the state’s public schools and lunch programs through grants from the Education and Agriculture Departments.

2 Judges Order Federal Agencies to Unfreeze Climate Money

The rulings are setbacks to Trump’s efforts to halt climate and environmental funding approved under the Biden administration.

Court Scraps $8 Credit Card Late Fee Limit, at Consumer Bureau’s Request

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau switched sides and backed a federal lawsuit by banks and business groups seeking to eliminate a fee cap the bureau set last year.

Is This Show a Big Watch Ad?

“Your Friends & Neighbors” strives to comment on the vacuousness of wealth while simultaneously glorifying the spoils of being really, really rich.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘Young, Headstrong and Wrong’

Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

‘Government Cheese’ Review: Moving on Up, to the Surreal Side

The comedy, starring David Oyelowo, straddles a border between the pioneering Black sitcoms of the 1970s and dreamy modern dramedies like “Lodge 49.”

Musk’s Team Is Building a System to Sell ‘Gold Card’ Immigrant Visas

The project represents something of a shift in mission for Elon Musk’s initiative, from cutting government costs toward a new goal of generating revenue.

El Tribunal Supremo británico dice que las mujeres trans no son legalmente mujeres

El máximo tribunal del Reino Unido dictaminó que la palabra “mujer” se refiere al sexo biológico según la Ley de Igualdad del país, lo cual representa un golpe para los activistas de los derechos de las personas trans.

Is It Wrong to Remove a Card From Monopoly?

The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on altering board games to teach children ethical behavior.

Palliative Care Doctor Is Charged With Serial Murder of 15 Patients in Germany

The Berlin doctor, who was not named because of privacy laws, is also accused of setting fire to some of the patients’ homes to hide evidence.

El Departamento de Estado de EE. UU. amplía los planes de cerrar embajadas y consulados

Un memorándum describe la reducción de la presencia diplomática estadounidense en todos los continentes.

Man Who Set Fire to Shapiro’s Mansion Cited Treatment of Palestinians, Police Say

The suspect charged in the attack on the Pennsylvania governor’s residence said he was seeking to “stop having my friends killed,” according to a police search warrant.

Las acciones caen ante el repliegue de los inversores tecnológicos

Los mercados bursátiles pierden terreno ante nuevos indicios de que la guerra comercial de Trump podría afectar a algunas de las mayores empresas tecnológicas del mundo.

W.T.O. Projects Sharp Pullback in Global Trade, Citing Trump’s Tariffs

The World Trade Organization warned that tariffs would push down both U.S. exports and imports and that trade wars could put poorer countries at risk.

The Concert Cold War in a Quiet Enclave

Designed to be an idyllic neighborhood more than a century ago, Forest Hills Gardens is now a hub for music — and noise complaints.

At Meta Trial, Sheryl Sandberg Defends Tactics With Rivals

The former chief operating officer took the stand in a landmark antitrust trial accusing Meta of quashing competition through acquisitions.

‘Absolutely Delicious! 6 Stars Would Not Be Enough.’

Readers love this Korean fried chicken recipe, and so do I.

They Sell Party Supplies on Amazon. New Tariffs Threaten Their Future.

An Illinois couple who sell party supplies on Amazon have been frantically trying to understand and adapt to new costs caused by President Trump’s tariffs.

Patients Cut Off From Cheaper Obesity Drugs as the F.D.A. Halts Sales of Copycats

U.S. regulators are trying to shut down the industry for compounded weight-loss drugs, which could result in higher costs or suspend treatment for patients.

Pope Francis Thanks Doctors and Nurses for His Recovery

Although the pontiff has begun meeting with more people, he remains frail and will not lead important Easter events, the Vatican announced.

Will Americans Eat a $100 Tariff on Shein Packages?

The Trump administration’s plan to add steep fees to packages from China will deal a blow to Temu, Shein and some TikTok Shop sellers, worrying American consumers.

Law Firms Made Deals With Trump. Now He Wants More From Them.

To avoid retribution, big firms agreed to provide free legal services for uncontroversial causes. To the White House, that could mean negotiating trade deals — or even defending the president and his allies.

Sudanese Paramilitary Group Declares Parallel Government as 400,000 Flee Offensive

The United Nations said that at least 300 people were killed when the armed group, the Rapid Support Forces, stormed a camp in Darfur.

Maryland Senator Unable to Secure Meeting With Deported Immigrant in El Salvador

Senator Chris Van Hollen, a Democrat, said he had not yet been allowed to see Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia, a Salvadoran immigrant who was mistakenly deported by the Trump administration and imprisoned.

How China Took Over the World’s Rare Earths Industry

China seized mines and built factories. Japan took note and invested in Australia. But the United States did little despite concerns about control of supplies.

Unions Form Pro Bono Legal Network for Federal Workers Targeted by Trump

Organized labor has taken a leading role in challenging the Trump administration’s downsizing agenda in court. A new service will offer more individualized representation.

Say Goodbye to Your Kid’s Imaginary Friend

We waited too long to make laws around social media. A.I. has similar problems.

How Do I Tell My Old Friend That His New Partner Is a Dud?

A reader is struggling to reconcile a friend’s partner’s fussy diet and aversion to walking with a planned gastronomic tour of Europe.

Inside a New York City Museum: Flirting, Fund-Raising and Fraud

Heather McGowan’s novel “Friends of the Museum” takes place over a single, chaotic day in the lead-up to a Met-inspired costume gala.

Why Europe Is Less Panicked About the Stock Market

Europeans tend to keep more of their money in cash, gaining some protection from the recent market volatility. But President Trump’s tariffs will have an effect, experts said.

Trump says he will attend tariff talks with Japan’s negotiator.

Russia Jails 4 Journalists for Working With Navalny’s Organization

The case highlighted the perils of independent journalism amid an intensified Kremlin crackdown on freedom of expression.

Israel Threatens Further Escalation in Gaza War

The United Nations warned that the humanitarian situation in Gaza was likely at its worst since the conflict began and that the population was again on the brink of famine.

Bukele es una pieza importante en las deportaciones del gobierno de Trump

Los expertos afirman que el presidente Nayib Bukele tiene el poder pero no el interés de devolver a un hombre deportado de Maryland a El Salvador por error.

El Salvador’s Hard-Line Leader Is Linchpin in Trump’s Deportation Plans

Experts say President Nayib Bukele has the power but not the interest to return a man deported from Maryland to El Salvador in error.

California Is Taking Trump to Court to Stop His Tariffs

State officials argue in a lawsuit that the U.S. Constitution expressly gives the authority to impose tariffs to Congress.

The Chipmakers Caught in the Trade War Crossfire

Nvidia and others are the latest casualties of escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing, as analysts press business leaders about the tariffs fallout.

Antes de fallecer, la esposa de Gene Hackman buscó en internet síntomas parecidos a la gripe

Los registros policiales muestran las búsquedas de Betsy Arakawa en Google antes de su muerte. El 10 de febrero buscó ‘¿la covid puede causar mareos?’ y ‘gripe y hemorragias nasales’.

Judges’ Dilemma

Trump administration lawyers are saying some astonishing things in court, creating a conundrum for the judiciary.

Trump Trashed the Iran Nuclear Deal. Will His Be Any Better?

President Trump mocked President Barack Obama’s agreement with Iran, then revoked it. Now he’s trying to negotiate his own.

The Impact of the L.A. Fires Was Felt Far From the Burn Zone, Poll Shows

The new U.C.L.A. survey found that many adults in Los Angeles County had lost jobs or incomes to the fires, or knew someone who had been personally affected by the disaster.

Wordle Review No. 1,398

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Deportation Fight Escalates, and America’s New Meth Crisis

Plus, “The Great Moose Migration.”

Connections Companion No. 676

Scroll down for hints and conversation about the puzzle for Thursday, April 17, 2025.

Canada Reschedules Political Debate That Conflicted With a Hockey Game

A big game, but still.

Greg Grandin recupera el humanismo latinoamericano en su nuevo libro de historia

En “America, América”, el historiador muestra cómo, a lo largo de cinco siglos, América del norte y América del sur se han moldeado mutuamente mediante la guerra, la conquista, la competencia y la cooperación.

Así ha evolucionado la metanfetamina y su consumo

Esta droga altamente adictiva, fabricada casi exclusivamente por los cárteles mexicanos, es más peligrosa que nunca. Su consumo se ha disparado en todo EE. UU. A diferencia del fentanilo, no hay medicamentos para revertir rápidamente una sobredosis de metanfetamina.

U.K. Top Court Says Trans Women Are Not Legally Women Under Equality Act

Britain’s Supreme Court ruled that the word “woman” refers to biological sex under the country’s anti-discrimination law, in a blow to trans rights activists.

Do You Like Old Movies?

An Opinion writer argues that younger people are missing out on Hollywood classics like “Singin’ in the Rain” and “Casablanca.” Is his case convincing?

Olivia Munn’s 5 Favorite Places in Tokyo

The actress, who stars in the new Apple TV+ series “Your Friends & Neighbors,” guides a treasure hunt though the city where she spent much of her childhood.

$275,000 Homes in New Jersey, Louisiana and Arkansas

A rowhouse in Bordentown, a cottage in New Orleans and a Craftsman bungalow in Little Rock.

Gen X? More Like Gen Sex.

At 46, Mireille Silcoff divorced her partner of 21 years, and went on to have more sex and better sex than she’d ever had before. She soon realized she wasn’t the only woman her age in the midst of a sexual renaissance.

Its Journalism Challenged Autocrats. Trump Wants to Silence It.

Journalists at Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty who have been imprisoned for their work are dismayed by the effort to close the outlet.

Tariff Confusion Leaves Advertisers ‘Paralyzed’ and ‘Somber’

Hundreds of billions of marketing dollars are in flux as companies struggle to plan. For some sectors, the timing “couldn’t be worse.”

A Bold New History Highlights Latin America’s Humanist Ideals

A new book by the Pulitzer Prize-winning historian Greg Grandin offers a fresh account of the region as an incubator of internationalism and commitment to the common good.

Michael B. Jordan, Ryan Coogler and a Dozen Years of Collaborations

The star and the director of “Sinners” have risen in parallel since first working together over a decade ago. In a joint interview, they explain their connection.

How the White House Press Briefing Is Changing

The Trump administration is considering taking control of the seating in the White House press briefing room from the independent White House Correspondents’ Association. Ashley Wu, a graphics reporter for The New York Times, explains why this matters and notes how questions at the briefings have already started to change.

This Is What Trumponomics Is Really About

Why an effort to reindustrialize America is likely to fail.

Why the White House Started Making Deportation Cartoons

The Trump administration hasn’t yet delivered huge deportation numbers — but it is using the internet to provide regular deportation spectacles.

An Audacious Novelist, Ahead of Her Time, Is Now Getting Her Due

Nettie Jones made a splash in 1984 with her shockingly erotic novel “Fish Tales,” then fell into obscurity. A new edition has put her back in the spotlight.

America, This Is an Old and Brutal Tyranny

Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia should not be in prison. Especially not in El Salvador.

Por qué un legislador ucraniano busca legalizar la pornografía

Ucrania obtiene ingresos fiscales de los creadores de contenidos pornográficos, pero también amenaza con procesarlos. Un proyecto de ley pretende solucionar lo que muchos consideran una contradicción.

Not Just ‘Rare Earths’: U.S. Gets Many Critical Minerals From China

Beijing’s ban on exporting six valuable minerals highlights America’s reliance on China for many raw materials that Washington has designated “critical.”

I’m a Columbia Professor. Here’s the Really Disheartening Part of This Mess.

Where were these voices when the university was under assault from the Trump administration?

Magical Thinking About a Miracle Mineral

Quick, everyone! Talk about fluoride, not measles!

In Mating Season, a Wild Turkey’s Thoughts Turn to Manhattan

Astoria arrived on the East Side and spent the night on someone’s balcony. She had followed a similar pattern last spring before returning to her regular home on Roosevelt Island.

‘The Voyeurs,’ ‘Cyrano’ and More Streaming Gems

Exciting new riffs on 1990s genre movies are among the highlights of this month’s recommendations on your subscription streaming services.

Italy’s Meloni Heads to D.C. Will Her Relationship With Trump Pay Off for Europe?

The stakes are high as Giorgia Meloni, a conservative who shares some of Mr. Trump’s nationalist ideology, meets with him on Thursday as his trade war has frayed nerves worldwide.

La dependencia de México en el gas natural de EE. UU. es su talón de Aquiles ante Trump

Una interrupción de los envíos de gas natural estadounidense, incluso durante un breve periodo, podría causar mayores estragos económicos que los aranceles en el país, advierten los estrategas de energía.

Faces From a Meth Surge

The devastating stimulant has been hitting Portland, Maine hard, even competing with fentanyl as the street drug of choice. Although a fentanyl overdose can be reversed with Narcan, no medicine can reverse a meth overdose. Nor has any been approved to treat meth addiction.Unlike fentanyl, which sedates users, meth can make people anxious and violent. Its effects can overwhelm not just users but community residents and emergency responders.Here are voices from one troubled neighborhood.

The World’s Most Anticipated Museum Is Finally Open. (Well, Mostly.)

The Grand Egyptian Museum, outside Cairo, has been delayed by revolutions, wars, financial crises and a pandemic. At long last, here’s a look inside.

A Wellness Company With False Claims, Global Aims and a Toronto Island

A Times investigation shows Therme, a European firm, exaggerated its track record in securing a deal with Ontario, and government auditors found that the process had been unfair and opaque.

Mexico’s Achilles’ Heel as It Faces Trump? Reliance on One U.S. Fuel

Mexico’s imports of U.S. natural gas are surging, kindling fears that the Trump administration could weaponize this trade.

A Chicken à la King That’s Actually Fit for a King

The midcentury classic is still relevant — even worth celebrating — today.

Joan Chen: Exacting Artist, Cool Mom

The acclaimed actress and filmmaker is having a career renaissance playing dynamic mother roles in indie films, including in the new version of “The Wedding Banquet.”

‘Now You’re Dead’: Freed Hostage Recounts Captivity in Gaza

Keith Siegel, who spent 484 days as a hostage, described the physical and psychological distress he endured, in an interview with The New York Times.

In Toronto, Waterfront Development Is the End of an Era

Generations of visitors have loved the little island complex called Ontario Place in downtown Toronto. It’s about to change forever.

A Scrappy Pop-Up Restaurant Shuttles From Coast to Coast

Sal’s Place, an under-the-radar spot under a tent in Los Angeles, started on Cape Cod and moves back there every summer.

What’s So Funny About These Albums?

Jordan Firstman, Mae Martin, Cat Cohen and Kyle Mooney have joined a long list of comedians who make music, with songs that are vehicles for bits and earnestness.

Kids, Inc.

A pair of documentaries are calling attention to the dangers of child influencer content. But regulation can be difficult in an industry that blurs the line between work and home.

Where the Precious Things Are: Maurice Sendak’s Art Collection to Be Auctioned

From erotic drawings to Mickey Mouse on a motorcycle, works in the author’s home nurtured his creativity. They’ll star at Christie’s June sales.

He’s in Love With His Best Friend, but Does His Friend Love Him Back?

In Sean Hewitt’s novel, “Open, Heaven,” two isolated boys develop an intense, undefined relationship.

What to Know About Today’s Meth

The highly addictive drug, manufactured almost exclusively by Mexican cartels, is more dangerous than ever. Its use has been surging across the country. Unlike fentanyl, there are no medicines that can swiftly reverse a meth overdose and none approved to treat meth addiction.

I Didn’t Like Lifting Until I Tried These Simple Tricks

My gym routine may not be the best for building muscle, but it’s helped me build a habit.

Tucson, Ariz.: Western Skies and Competitive Home Prices

A city celebrated for its food scene also provides hiking, cycling and stargazing in the natural beauty of the desert.

As Fentanyl Deaths Slow, Meth Comes for Maine

A powerful stimulant that keeps users sleepless for days and can ignite psychosis and violence has been rattling Portland and its safety networks.

Late Night Revels in Harvard’s Rejection of Trump’s Demand

“I don’t usually root for Harvard, because they’re Harvard. They’ve got everything. It’s like rooting for Jeff Bezos to win the lottery,” Ronny Chieng said on “The Daily Show.”

Congresswoman and Allies Endorse 3 Mayoral Candidates to Stop Cuomo

Nydia Velázquez and six other Democrats framed the endorsements of Adrienne Adams, Brad Lander and Zohran Mamdani as a way of electing a “steady hand” to lead New York City.

Fur Coat

Real fur is back in fashion after being taboo for years. Do you think it’s OK to wear?

How a Reporter Stopped Worrying and Learned to Love Steak Fries

A culinary mystery and a change in perspective on the classic dish.

Hunting the Wild Mushrooms of New York City

There are thousands of species of fungus in the city, with names like American dyeball, dingy twiglet and devil’s dipstick. Some even glow in the dark.

Spelling Bee Forum

Feeling stuck on today’s puzzle? We can help.

Palabra del día: ‘soporific’

Esta palabra ha aparecido en 14 artículos en NYTimes.com en el último año. ¿Puedes usarla en una frase?

Word of the Day: soporific

This word has appeared in 14 articles on NYTimes.com in the past year. Can you use it in a sentence?

Stocks Fall as Powell Sees Tariff Challenges and Tech Pulls Back

Semiconductor stocks fell after the Trump administration blocked companies from selling certain chips to China without a license.

I Trained at an Amazon Center in Hangzhou. You’d Be Surprised What They Think of Trump.

China’s e-commerce ecosystem illustrates how Trump’s tariffs only strengthen that country’s hand.

Wednesday Briefing: A Trump-Harvard Showdown

Plus, a fight over Van Gogh’s roots.

A U.S.-China Trade War With Students and Tourists as Potential Pawns

With travel warnings and revoked visas, the two superpowers locked in a bruising trade war may make students and tourists their bargaining chips.

Trump Joins Japan Trade Talks, Says ‘Big Progress’ Made

For his first face-to-face talks on tariffs, the president chose Japan, a U.S. ally that decades ago stirred his anger over the unequal balance of trade and his penchant for tariffs.

Schumer Moves to Block Trump Picks for Two Key Prosecutor Positions

An arcane Senate tradition effectively gives senators veto power over nominees for U.S. attorney in their home states, providing Democrats a potential opening to stop President Trump’s picks.

Trump Has Threatened Much Worse, but the 10% Tariffs Will Still Sting

The blanket tariffs, once considered extreme, still threaten to harm world trade and make everything more expensive for businesses and consumers.

Taiwan’s Chip Companies Are Caught in the U.S.-China Tariff War

President Trump has threatened tariffs on Taiwan and the chip industry. China has signaled it will not let the trade war keep it from the technology it needs.

Quote of the Day: Trump Flirts With Defying Court Orders

Quotation of the Day for Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

U.S. Military Says 2 Killed in Vehicle Accident Near Mexico Border

Another service member was seriously wounded, the military said. The cause of the accident is under investigation.

2 Protesters at Marjorie Taylor Greene Town Hall Are Subdued With Stun Guns

Three people, including the two who were subdued with stun guns, were arrested.

China Girds for Economic Stress of Trump’s Tariffs

The economy grew steadily from January through March, but U.S. tariffs pose a risk for China in the coming weeks and months.

Damage, So to Speak

Life may flash before your eyes as you solve Kathy Bloomer’s puzzle.

Why Harvard Decided to Fight Trump

The Trump administration will freeze over $2 billion in federal funds because Harvard refused to comply with a list of demands. Harvard leaders believed saying no was worth the risk.

Hong Kong Suspends Packages to the U.S., Wading Into the Trade War

The move comes before President Trump’s planned imposition of new tariffs on small packages sent to the United States from Hong Kong and China.

Corrections: April 16, 2025

Corrections that appeared in print on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.

A Top Democratic Official Plots to Take Down Party Incumbents

David Hogg, a young liberal activist and now a vice chair of the Democratic National Committee, is leading an effort to unseat the party’s older lawmakers in primaries.

Biden Says Trump Is ‘Breaking Things,’ Including the Safety Net

In Joseph R. Biden Jr.’s first extensive speech since he left office, he accused the Trump administration of “taking a hatchet” to the Social Security Administration.

Here’s what happened on Tuesday.

What to Know as Trump Freezes Federal Funds for Harvard and Other Universities

President Trump is trying to influence which colleges receive federal financial support, a practice that began around the time of World War II.

Wink Martindale, Popular and Durable Game Show Host, Dies at 91

He was involved in more than 20 game shows, most memorably as the host of “Gambit” and “Tic-Tac-Dough” in the 1970s and ’80s.

What Trump’s Meeting With Bukele Means

President Nayib Bukele of El Salvador has found a spot on the global stage by opening the doors of his prison system to President Trump. Zolan Kanno-Youngs, a White House correspondent for The New York Times, explains how Bukele, a self-proclaimed dictator, has gone from a pariah to a partner of Trump.

4 Injured in Dallas School Shooting, Authorities Say

Three students were wounded by gunfire and a fourth also was injured when gunfire erupted at Wilmer-Hutchins High School on Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

Trump picks a Hunter Biden whistle-blower to temporarily lead the I.R.S.

Gary Shapley is a veteran I.R.S. agent who raised concerns that the tax investigation into Hunter Biden was being slow-walked.

Trump Gives Conflicting Signals and Mixed Messages on Iran Nuclear Talks

The Trump administration started with a simple goal: Make Iran dismantle its nuclear and missile programs. Then its top negotiator started softening his tone, and had to retreat.

Trump administration places staff of homelessness agency on leave.

The move accelerates the administration’s push to dismantle the United States Interagency Council on Homelessness.

New York Leaders Agree to Ease Evidence Requirements for Prosecutors

The contentious issue has delayed an already late state budget, with Gov. Kathy Hochul insisting that it be resolved before budget talks could advance.

Nvidia Says U.S. Will Restrict Sales of More of Its A.I. Chips to China

The restrictions are the first major limits the Trump administration has put on semiconductor sales outside the United States, toughening rules created by the Biden administration.

Biden Condemns Trump’s Cuts to Social Security Administration

In his first expansive public comments since leaving the White House, former President Joseph R. Biden Jr. spoke out against the Trump administration’s cuts to the Social Security Administration.

A.C.L.U. Sues Defense Department Schools Over Book Bans

Schools run by the Defense Department removed books and made other changes in response to orders from President Trump and his secretary of defense.

White House Ends a Regular Reporting Slot for Independent Newswires

The move, which affects The Associated Press, Bloomberg News and Reuters, is another effort by the Trump administration to exert more control over the press corps that covers it.

State Dept. Expands Plans for Closing Embassies and Consulates

A departmental memo describes paring back the American diplomatic presence on every continent.

Trump Seeks to Lower Drug Prices Through Medicare and Some Imports

President Trump directed his administration to help states import drugs from Canada. But a proposal to alter a Medicare program to reduce costs could wind up raising prices.

Grassley Draws Jeers From Constituents at Raucous Town Hall

The Iowa Republican was pressed on President Trump’s policies, including the case of a Salvadoran immigrant who his administration has admitted it mistakenly sent to a prison in El Salvador.

Wife of Gene Hackman Asked About Flulike Symptoms Before Their Deaths

Videos, photographs and police reports released by the Santa Fe County Sheriff’s Office in New Mexico offered a look into the days before Betsy Arakawa and Mr. Hackman died.

Top Pentagon Advisers Placed on Leave in Leak Investigation

Two aides to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth were escorted from the Pentagon on Tuesday, and the chief of staff to the deputy defense secretary was removed on Wednesday.

D.C. Mayor Prepares City for Cuts After Congress Goes on Break

The House of Representatives went on recess without acting on a measure to avert a possible billion-dollar budget cut in Washington, D.C.

I Have Never Been More Afraid for My Country’s Future

Trump’s worldview is stuck in the 1970s, and his whole administration is a cruel farce.

How a Nifty Government Tool Knows About Earthquakes Before You Feel Them

Even a few seconds’ notice gives people time to prepare before the shaking.

Autism Rate Continues to Rise Among Children, C.D.C. Reports

While the agency stressed that increased screening was most likely behind much of the increase, the health secretary, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., called it an “epidemic.”

Inside the Changing White House Briefing Room

The Trump administration has given more time to “new media” and outlets that are more supportive of the president’s policies.

C.I.A. Director’s Messages in Leaked Chat Were Deleted, Agency Says

A watchdog group has said the exchanges on the Signal app were federal records, and sued in an effort to preserve them.

‘Nothing Has Been Done’: Judge Rebukes U.S. Effort to Return Wrongly Deported Man

The judge also said she planned to force Trump officials to reveal what they have done behind the scenes to seek the return of the man, Kilmar Armando Abrego Garcia.

Trump Turned Up the Pressure on Harvard

Also, the I.R.S. is downsizing. Here’s the latest at the end of Tuesday.

A.I. Action Figures Flood Social Media (Accessories Included)

Amid the rush to take part in a recent trend, some artists, concerned about the use of ChatGPT, are hand-drawing their own versions.

Wednesday Briefing: A Trump-Harvard Showdown

Plus, the fight over Van Gogh’s roots.

Judge Blocks Trump From Retaliating Against Another Top Law Firm

It’s the latest setback to the president’s efforts to wield government power to punish law firms. A federal judge called it “a shocking abuse of power.”

This Isn’t the First Time Trump Has Mistakenly Deported Someone

President Trump says he is powerless to retrieve a man who was deported because of an administrative error. But he has done so before.

19 Big Cats Rescued in Spain as Police Raid Animal Smuggling Ring

With a demand for exotic felines on the rise, often driven by social media, endangered and protected populations are under even more threat.

It’s a Mistake to Think the Biggest Problem With Iran Is Nuclear Weapons

An olive branch is easier to accept when it is offered from the tip of a sword.

U.S. Cites Mideast Peace Process to Justify Move to Deport Student

Mohsen Mahdawi, who led Columbia protests, engaged in activities that could threaten attempts to end the war in Gaza, a memo from Secretary of State Marco Rubio said.

Richard L. Armitage, 79, Dies; State Department Official in a Turbulent Era

While serving as Colin Powell’s deputy during the Iraq war, he found himself at the center of a scandal when he leaked a C.I.A. operative’s name.

Our 17 Most Lemony Recipes

Pucker up, buttercup.

Sperm Donors in the Netherlands Fathered More Than 25 Children Each, New Data Reveals

The numbers raise concerns about the risk of genetic anomalies as those children eventually seek partners and give birth.

It Took a Century to Find This Colossal Squid

An expedition spotted a baby of the species in the South Sandwich Islands. This cephalopod can grow to more than 20 feet and has proved elusive in its deep-sea environs.

LeBron James, ASAP Rocky and Everything You Need to Know About the 2025 Met Gala

The co-hosts! The ticket prices! The dress code! A guide to the party of the year.

As the Border Wars Recede, a Park on the Rio Grande Reopens to the Public

Shelby Park in Eagle Pass, Texas, was a backdrop for immigration fights during the Biden administration, but as the battle has moved inland some of the state’s troops have decamped.

Palin Libel Retrial Against The New York Times Begins

In opening statements, lawyers for Sarah Palin and The Times each presented arguments on whether the editorial board had published a statement knowing it was false.

Adams Is Letting ICE Into Rikers. The City Council Is Suing to Stop Him.

A lawsuit argues that an executive order that City Hall issued last week is “part of a corrupt quid pro quo bargain” between Mayor Eric Adams of New York and President Trump.

How Trump Might Unwittingly Cut Emissions From Online Shopping

Fast fashion retailers rely heavily on shipping by air. The president’s tariffs could change that.

Autopsies of Gaza Medics Killed by Israeli Troops Show Some Were Shot in the Head

The New York Times obtained autopsy reports for 14 of the 15 people killed in a March 23 attack on an ambulance and fire truck.

Más de 20.000 empleados del IRS ofrecen su renuncia

El servicio de impuestos tenía unos 100.000 empleados antes de que el presidente Trump asumiera el cargo. Entre renuncias y despidos, se dispone a perder cerca de un tercio de su personal este año.

¿Qué son los metales de tierras raras?

Las nuevas restricciones de China a la exportación de estos metales podrían repercutir en la producción de todo tipo de productos, desde luces LED hasta aviones de combate.

This Therapist Helped Clients Feel Better. It Was A.I.

In the first clinical trial of its kind, an A.I. chatbot eased mental health symptoms among participants. The technology may someday help solve the provider shortage.

In Milan, an Artist’s Surreal ‘Playhouse’ Filled With Weeping Statues

Francesco Vezzoli’s apartment and studio are tributes to his lifelong fascination with the Memphis Group design collective.

House Tour | Francesco Vezzoli

The artist’s apartment and studio in Milan display his large collection of Memphis Group furniture, as well as midcentury vases by the designer and sculptor Giovanni Gariboldi.

Canada conditionally waives retaliatory tariffs on U.S.-made cars and trucks.

Companies that make cars in Canada will be exempted provided they keep up production.

A Tax Day Jam Session

File your 1040 to tunes by Destiny’s Child, Dr. John, Big Tymers and more.

Columbia Vows to Reject Any Trump Deal That Erodes Its Independence

A message from the university’s acting president said that talks with the Trump administration were continuing as the White House is seeking to place the school under judicial oversight.

The ‘Great Moose Migration’ Livestream Captivates Sweden

Moose fans are following the weekslong moose migration, which airs live on the national broadcaster. “This is reality TV at its finest,” a moderator of a zealous Facebook group said.

Nayib Bukele dice que no devolverá a EE. UU. al hombre deportado por error a El Salvador

La reunión en el Despacho Oval entre Donald Trump y el presidente de El Salvador, Nayib Bukele, fue un ejemplo contundente del desafío de Trump a los tribunales federales.

If the Signal Chat Bothered You, Recall Andrew Cuomo’s Talent for Secrecy

Like the Signal chat participants, Cuomo never seemed to think much was wrong with hiding internal government messaging from the public.

Fans of ‘The Great Moose Migration’ Prep for a Weekslong Binge Watch

The popular annual livestream that follows the migration of Sweden’s moose population began on Tuesday.

American Airlines Will Offer Free Wi-Fi on Most Flights Next Year

Starting in January, members of the airline’s AAdvantage loyalty program will have free access to wireless internet on 90 percent of its fleet, the company said.

More Than 20,000 I.R.S. Employees Offer to Resign

The I.R.S. had about 100,000 employees before President Trump took office. Between resignations and layoffs, the I.R.S. is on track to lose about a third of its staff this year.

Jordan Says It Foiled a Plot Against the Kingdom

The country’s main intelligence branch said the plans, apparently years in the making, involved rockets, weapons manufacturing and drones.

La fuerza de Harvard y lo rápido que hemos caído

La emoción por la respuesta de la universidad al gobierno de Trump es una medida de lo bajo, y lo rápido, que han caído nuestras expectativas.

At Trial, Zuckerberg Defends Buying Instagram and WhatsApp

The Meta chief executive testified in a landmark antitrust trial that it was business as usual when he bought rival apps. He denied he was trying to snuff out competitors.